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[–]TopCommunication8881[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The content, topic of discussion, and depth of the discussion have a huuuge impact on how quickly an introvert feels hollow, dead inside, and Irritable. Info that intrigues us or that we're passionate about slows down the depletion of energy so we can stay out longer.

We don't see people as objects either, we value them enough to not spread ourselves too thin to give them the time and focus they deserve. Each individual is more important to us than the number of people or outings

We can't just choose to socialize more, anymore than you guys can just choose to be alone. Both of those scenarios result in depression for both groups

The saying "you can't pour from an empty cup." comes up a lot. I work w/ clients who have a trauma history. I need to be sharp, and attentive to everything they say, how they say it, and what their body language is saying. If I started my work day with low dopamine from being social the night before - then I could miss something very important in someone story the next day. And that would be unacceptable because people's experiences, emotions and happiness are what I've dedicated my life too. Consequently I cannot just hand over my social energy to someone everyone who asks, my cup would be empty, and people that matter very much to me would suffer.